No theory of government was ever given a fairer test or a more prolonged experiment in a democratic country than democratic socialism received in Britain. Yet it was a miserable failure in every respect... To cure the British disease with socialism was like trying to cure leukemia with leeches.

I will not stagger from expedient to expedient.

Socialists are happy until they run out of other people's money.

Wars are not caused by the buildup of weapons. They are caused when an aggressor believes he can achieve his objectives at an acceptable price.

This business of the working class is on its way out I think. After all, aren't I working class? I work jolly hard, I can tell you.

Well, there's a lot to react against![in response to the accusation that she was a reactionary]

I remain totally convinced that when children are young, however busy we may be with the practical duties inside the home, themost important thing of all is to devbote enoughh time and care to their needs and problems.